Best time to visit Louisiana
Best time of year to visit Louisiana
March through May and September through November are the best times to visit Louisiana, offering mild temps, moderate crowds, and acceptable prices. Spring might be rainy and stormy, but generally the weather is comfortable, with ample sunshine, blooming flowers, and spectacular Easter parades. Fall in the state is all about long days full of glorious sunshine, warm temps, and things to do outdoors. Moreover, the foliage is at its peak, and a lot of attractions like the Louisiana State Fair are so appealing. June through August is not the best time in terms of weather. Expect unbearable heat and humidity with intensive rainfall and possible thunderstorms. Only a cooling Sno-Ball can make your presence on the beach halfway agreeable. 4th of July celebrations and the Red Dress Run add up to the seasonal advantages. December through February brings short cold days, freezing nights, and low hotel rates, making Louisiana heaven for budget travelers. So dress warmly and join the Lafayette Mardi Gras Celebration in February.
10 THINGS TO DO IN LOUISIANA (NOVEMBER 22 - DECEMBER 01)
Louisiana Renaissance Festival
One great adventure with a festival, theatre, theme park, shopping, and an educational experience
Natchitoches Christmas Festival
Treat yourself to the oldest community-based holiday lights display in America
NOLA Holiday Lights
Yet another reason to celebrate in New Orleans
Shrimps
Although available year-round frozen shrimps are nothing like fresh white and brown ones!
Plantation Pilgrimage
If you are in New Orleans or Baton Rouge, you just can't miss seeing the old plantations!
Christmas Lights
The best and the brightest displays in the Pelican State
Oysters
Although Louisiana oysters are available year round, best time are the cooler months
Lake Pontchartrain Causeway Bridge
The world's longest continious bridge over a body of water
Whooping Cranes
The tallest and one of the rarest birds in North America
Hiking
Marshes, forests and bayous—there's a lot to explore around New Orleans
48 THINGS TO DO OUT OF SELECTED DATE RANGE
New Orleans Red Dress Run
out of rangeA flamboyant run in red dresses accompanied by great music and plenty of beer
World Naked Bike Ride
unconfirmedNew Orleans has been taking part in the World Naked Bike Ride since 2009
Ponchatoula Strawberry Festival
out of rangeThe largest free berry festival in Louisiana
Mudbug Madness Festival
out of rangeOne of the biggest and most popular Cajun festivals in Louisiana
4th of July Weekend Events & Fireworks
out of rangeThe Big Easy City is great at celebrating! Summers here are hot, and so are the festivities
Louisiana Crawfish Festival
out of rangeA delicious showcase of Cajun cuisine and seafood
Voodoo Music + Arts Experience
on holdThe loudest of Halloween events in New Orleans
Mardi Gras
out of rangeThe festival that has made New Orleans famous!
Krewe of Boo Halloween Parade
out of rangeNew Orleans would never miss a chance to dress up and party
St. Patrick’s Day Celebrations
out of rangeNew Orleans changes the perceptions of St. Patrick's Day celebration
Comic Con New Orleans
out of rangeThe largest popular culture event in Louisiana
Easter Parades
out of rangeFor New Orleanians, Easter is a special time with more parades!
The Southwest Louisiana Hot Air Balloon Festival
unconfirmedOne of the largest ballooning events in the state
State Fair of Louisiana
out of rangeDancing poodles, rodeo and other traditional entertainment
Washington Parish Free Fair
out of rangeThe largest free fair and rodeo in America
New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival
out of rangeOne of a kind celebration of the unique culture and heritage of New Orleans and Louisiana with a true jazz spirit
NOLA ChristmasFest
out of rangeGet into Christmas spirit, meet Santa and celebrate winter in New Orleans
Krewe of Jingle Parade
on holdThe official New Orleans holiday parade delights locals and visitors
New Year in New Orleans
out of rangeFleur De Lis drop and a fireworks display over the Mississippi on New Year's Eve and college football on New Year's Day—New Orleans knows how to celebrate in style
Tennessee Williams Literary Festival
out of rangeEven if you are not a fan of literature, nothing in New Orleans is ever boring!
4th of July Fireworks in Baton Rouge
out of rangeDress your best red, white, and blue, and come to salute Independence with fireworks on the river!
Southern Decadance
out of rangeKnown as Gay Mardi Gras, the festival is extravagant and joyful
Lafayette Mardi Gras
out of rangeThe flamboyant and authentic carnival of Southern Louisiana
Hummingbirds
out of rangeYour backyard could become the "first port in the storm" for these tiny fellows having just flown hundreds of miles above the open waters
Greater Baton Rouge State Fair
out of rangeFamily event with over 50 years of history and a social mission
Crawfish Season
out of rangeIt's crawfish time! Definitely the most important food season in New Orleans
Halloween Parade
out of rangeOne of the most popular fall events in Louisiana
Swamp Tours
out of rangeThe most exciting and easy way to discover Louisiana's famous swamps and bayous
Baltimore Oriole
out of rangeAttracted by fruits and nectar, these birds are often spotted in the gardens
New Year's Eve in Baton Rouge
out of rangeBaton Rouge blends a traditional year-end party with a local version of the midnight ball drop
Chennault International Airshow
out of rangeBehold the thrilling performances by the US Blue Angels and other fabled jets
Red River Balloon Rally
unconfirmedThe largest hot air balloon festival in North Louisiana
Cinco de Mayo
out of rangeA great excuse to party and indulge in delicious Mexican foods
Satchmo SummerFest
out of rangeA birthday party of a founding father of jazz—Louis Satchmo Armstrong
Sno-Ball
out of rangeSno-ball, not snow cone, is New Orleans' favourite armour against the long summer heat
Azaleas
out of rangeEnjoy the beautiful pinkish flowers blooming during this period
Rubber Duck Derby
out of rangeThousands of rubber ducks race for the grand prize of $5000
Hammond Northshore Regional Airshow
out of rangeA memorable getaway for the whole family!
Mardi Gras King Cake
out of rangeThe tasty and extraordinary colourful King cake to sooth your party
Wild Alligator
out of rangeFarm raised alligator is available all year, but it is also more expensive than the wild alligator, available only during this period
Lake Charles Mardi Gras
out of rangeA family-friendly celebration with plenty of parades and delicious food
Louisiana Comic Con
out of rangeThe annual fan convention at Cajundome
Louisiana Iris
out of rangeA symbol of beauty, this flower even has a Krewe named after it
Rock 'n' Roll Marathon
out of rangeWhat can be better than running accompanied by live bands and plenty of other entertainment?
Louisiana Marathon
out of rangeA fast and flat race followed by a vibrant Louisiana-style celebration
Red, White and Blue Airshow
out of rangeSpectacular aeronautic performances and static aircraft displays
Lousiana Pirate Festival
unconfirmedOne of the best pirate festivals in the United States
Defenders of Liberty Air Show
out of rangeA weekend packed with amazing displays at the premier strategic bomber base
